Andrea Willems Andrea Willems

Doula + Surrogacy

Did you know that a Doula can be included in your surrogacy contract if you negotiate it?

Having a Doula in the room means having someone in your corner to help you through not only the labor and delivery, but being there next to you while everyone gushes over the sweet new babe or babies.

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Andrea Willems Andrea Willems

The Hair Down There: Does My OB Care?

As delivery approaches you may feel apprehensive about many things as you prep for labor, pubic hair being one of them. What does your OB or midwife expect to see down there?

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Andrea Willems Andrea Willems

Monitoring Baby's Heartrate During Labor

One of the best ways to know how your baby for during labor is through monitoring their heart rate. What is considered “normal” and what can you expect if your baby is outside of that normal?

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Andrea Willems Andrea Willems

Doulas + Planned Cesarean Births

As I was discussing my planned c-section with one of the doulas, she gently mentioned, “You know we can support you through this birth, right?” No, I didn’t know that. Tell me more.

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Andrea Willems Andrea Willems

Partners + Doulas

Will a doula take my partner’s place during labor? Let’s dig in to that.

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